Chaguanas market tour from Port of Spain: Temple of the Sea

Browse Chaguanas market stalls, then stand before the largest Hanuman statue outside India

A 5-hour guided tour from Port of Spain through Chaguanas's fresh produce market and bazaar streets, with stops at the 85-foot Lord Hanuman statue at the Hindu Temple and Ashram Yoga Center, and the Temple of the Sea. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included; a local English-speaking guide leads the route; children from age 3 are welcome.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Chaguanas and visit temples

• Visit Chaguanas market and bazaar
• See Lord Hanuman statue and yoga center
• Drive to Temple in the Sea and cremation site
• Enjoy optional roti lunch
• Return to Port of Spain hotel

The experience

The tour opens in Chaguanas's market district, where vendors display local fruits, provisions, meats and snacks across the busy bazaar streets. You'll see what the stalls offer (hot peppers, East Indian snacks like khurma), and get a sense of how the city moves. From there, the guide takes you to the Hindu Temple to see the 85-foot statue of Lord Hanuman, the largest one outside India. A walk through the attached Ashram Yoga Center lets you learn about the rituals and concepts that shape the site.

A short drive brings you to the Temple in the Sea and its cremation site, where the tour wraps up around 2pm. Your hotel pickup is arranged at the start. The guide speaks English and carries bottled water for the group. The whole route takes 5 hours, and the pace suits all fitness levels.

What’s included

• Local guide in English.
• bottled water.
• hotel pickup and drop-off at selected hotels.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:00

Book up to1d before

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (3 to 11 years) · Under 3: can't be booked

GroupUp to 100

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 17 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Island Experiences

Is this one for you?Book this tour if you want a shared group experience with a local guide steering the stops and timing: the 5-hour route fits easily into a day trip from Port of Spain, and children from age 3 travel comfortably.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 11 years). Children under 3 can't be included in the booking.

What is the Chaguanas market actually like on the day of the tour?

The market fills the bazaar streets with vendors selling fresh produce, meats, local snacks and provisions. You'll browse the stalls and see items like hot peppers and East Indian snacks such as khurma on display for purchase.

How big is the Lord Hanuman statue, and what makes it significant?

The statue stands 85 feet tall: the largest representation of the Hindu monkey-god Lord Hanuman outside of India. It sits at the Hindu Temple in central Trinidad, where you'll also tour the adjoining Ashram Yoga Center.

What time does the tour end and how do I get back to my hotel?

The tour returns you to your Port of Spain hotel around 2pm. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included in the booking for selected hotels.

Can I eat lunch during the tour?

An authentic roti lunch is available at the Temple in the Sea site, though it is not included in the tour price and is optional.